Emergency Planner

Holtec; Covert Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry‑leading health benefits

Hybrid work opportunities

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education assistance

Employee support programs

Job summary

Holtec is seeking an Emergency Preparedness Specialist to support the implementation and maintenance of the Emergency Preparedness Program, ensuring compliance with the Site Emergency Plan and related regulations. The role involves designing procedures, training responders, and developing exercise scenarios to validate performance.

You will also maintain emergency response facilities and collaborate with state and local agencies to improve emergency plans and procedures, contributing to overall

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management preferred.
• Up to 4 years of nuclear industry experience or equivalent related industry experience.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• Technical understanding of nuclear power generation and plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and validates procedures to implement radiological emergency plan.
• Provides training for on-site and off-site emergency responders.
• Develops drill and exercise scenarios and leads scenario teams.
• Evaluates emergency response performance in drills and exercises.
• Maintains emergency response facilities and equipment.
• Collaborates with off-site agencies to develop emergency plans.

Skills

Communication

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

Oral communication

Training

Emergency planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

The Emergency Preparedness Specialist supports the implementation and maintenance of the Emergency Preparedness Program to ensure compliance with the Site Emergency Plan, applicable federal regulations and regulatory guidance, industry standards and guidance, and state and local requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Designs, develops, and validates procedures to implement radiological emergency plan.
• Serves as subject matter expert and conducts training for on-site and off-site emergency responders.
• Develops drill and exercise scenarios including serving as a scenario team leader, validating exercises, testing exercise performance on replica simulator and documenting exercise objectives.
• Evaluates emergency response organization performance in drills and exercises.
• Maintains on and off-site emergency response facilities and equipment.
• Assists off site agencies at state and local level to develop and implement emergency plans and procedures. Develops operator aids for radiological emergency response.
• Conducts assessments of on and off-site radiological emergency organization performance.
• Performs special reviews such as off-site dose assessment.
• Supports special studies including evacuation travel time, population demographics and alert notification system effectiveness.
• Conducts tests of emergency response equipment including radios, telephones, mobile telephones, radiation monitoring equipment and alert notification equipment in accordance with department surveillance procedures.
• Calculates and maintains trend data to monitor Department Level and NRC regulatory performance.
• Interfaces with security for integrated security/radiological emergency planning.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management preferred
• Up to 4 years of commercial or military nuclear experience, or equivalent related industry experience
• Ability to communicate technical information, concepts, and ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
• Technical understanding of nuclear power generation principles and plant operations

A Generation Ahead by Design™
Investing in people who power the future.

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long‑term financial security
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company‑supported health initiatives
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, location, and employment status

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec—a generation ahead by design™.